Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc.: chief technology officer steps down

What happened The filing reports that on Oct 12, 2026, James Bahrenburg stepped down from his role as chief technology officer of Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. The filing says Mr. Bahrenburg’s departure was not the result of any disagreement with the company on any matter relating to the company’s operations, policies or practices. The filing says Mr. Bahrenburg will continue to serve as an advisor to the company through Mar 31, 2027 to support an orderly transition.

Key details

• Departure date: Oct 12, 2026.
• Advisory period: will serve as an advisor through Mar 31, 2027.
• Equity and bonus: the filing says existing equity awards will continue to vest and he will be eligible to receive amounts due under the company’s cash bonus plan during such service.
• Severance: the filing says he is eligible for severance benefits under the company’s Amended and Restated Executive Severance and Change in Control Plan.

Why it may matter This item is Item 5.02 (Departure of directors or certain officers), which covers changes in officers and related arrangements reported by the company. This filing does not show why the insider traded or why the company acted.